ASTM D3662/D3662M-88(1993)e2

Test Method for Bursting Strength of Pressure-Sensitive Tapes (Withdrawn 1999)

SCOPE
1.1 This test method covers the measurement of the bursting strength of pressure-sensitive tape used in the closure of fiberboard containers.  
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

General Information

• Status: Withdrawn
• Publication Date: 31-Dec-1992
• Withdrawal Date: 09-Apr-1999
• ICS: 55.040 - Packaging materials and accessories
• Technical Committee: D10 - Packaging
• Drafting Committee: D10.14 - Tape and Labels

Standards Content (Sample)

STD.ASTM D3662/D3662M-ENGL I,988 - 0759530 ObLLO2L 637 =
AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS
Designation: D 3662/D 3662M- 88 (Reapproved 1993)c2
100 Barr Harbor Or. West Conshohocken. PA 19428
Repnnted from the Annual Book of ASTM Standards. Copyright ASTM
Standard Test Method for
Bursting Strength of Pressure-Sensitive Tapes’
‘his standard is issuad under the fixed daipation D 3662/D 3662M, the number immehtely following the designation indicates the
yearoforiginaladoptionor,inthecaseofrevision,thcyearoflastrevision.Anumbcrinparrntbesesindicatcsthcyearoflart
reapproval. A superscript epsilon (e) indicates an editorial &au& sin@ tbe la%t revision or respprovaL
This stan&ud has been appmved for use by agenci~ of the Dqwtmeni qf D&me.
%iikedon 13 was added editorially in July 1993.
c* NUTE-D 3662 and D 3662M were mmbined editmiaUy in December 1997.
4. significance and use
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers the measurement of the 4.1 The bursting strength of pressure-sensitive tapes is an
bursting strength of pressure-sensitive tape used in the indication of the character of the backing of the product It
closure of fiberboard containers. gives a measure of the relative r&stance to rupture of the
1.2 The values stated in either SI or inch-pound units are tape applied to seams and panels when under stress from
to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in inside and outside the container.
each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each
system must be used independently, without combining
5. Apparatus
values in any way.
5.1 Bursting Tester, consisting of the following
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
5.1-l Means for clamping the test specimen between two
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
annular, plane surf= having fine concentric tool marks to
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish apprcF
minim& slippage. The upper clamping platen shall have a
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
diameter of 95 mm [3.75 in.], a thickness of 95 mm [O-375
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
in.], and a circular opening 3 1.50 f 0.025 mm [ 1.240 rt
0.00 1 in.] in diameter. The lower edge of the opening (side in
contact with the tape) shall have a O-064-mm [0.0025-in.]
2. Referenced Documents
radius. The lower clamping surface (diaphragm plate) shall
have a thickness of 5.56 f 0.08 mm [0.219 f 0.003 in.] with
2.1 ASTM Standards:
an opening 3 1.50 f 0.02 mm [ 1.240 f 0.001 in.] in
D996 Terminology of Packaging and Distribution
diameter. The upper edge of the opening (in contact with the
Environments2
tape) shall have a 0.4 mm [0.016-m] radius, and the lower
D2529 Test Method for Bursting Strength of Paperboard
edge of the opening (in contact with the rubber diaphragm) a
and Linerboard
radins of 3.2 mm [0.125 in.] to prevent cutting the rubber
D2904 Practice for Interlabomtory Testing of a Textile
when pressure is applied. The upper clamping ring shall be
Test Method that Produces Normally Distributed Data4
connected to the clamping mechanism through a swivel joint
D 2906 Practice for Statements on Precision and Bias for
to facilitate an even clamping pressure. The openings in the
Textiles4
two clamping plates shall be concentric to within 0.13 nun
D 37 15/D 37 15M Practice for Quality Assurance of Pres-
[O.OOS in.] and their clamping faces shall be flat and parallel
sure-Sensitive Tapes2
(see Al. 1 of Test Method D 2529).
D 4332 Practice for Conditioning Containers, Packages, or
5.1.2 A molded (disk-shaped) diaphragm requiring a pres-
Packaging Components for Testing2
sureofnotlessthan 16OkPa[23psi]normorethan210kPa
E 122 Practice for Choice of Sample Size to Estimate a
[30 psi] to distend it to a height of 9.5 mm [0.375 in.] above
Measure of Quality for a Lot or Process5
the diaphragm plate (see Al.2 of Test Method D 2529).
5.1.3 Means of forcing liquid into the pressure chamber
3. Terminology
below the diaphragm at a steady rate of 170 f 15 mL/min
3.1 Terminology found in Terminology D 996 shall
(see Al .3 of Test Method D 2529). This pressure shall be
generated by a motor-driven piston forcing a liquid (glycerin)
apply.
into the pressure chamber of the apparatus.
5.1.4 A pressure gage of the maximum reading or the
’ This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASfM Committee D-10 on
lazy-hand type. The scale should have a radius of 48 mm
Packaging and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D10.14 on Tape and
[ 1.875 in.] with graduations extending over a minimum arc
Labels.
of 270” indicating bursting pressure in pounds-force per
Current edition approved Aug 26, 1988. Publiskd October 1988. OrigkaUy
published as D 3662 - 78. Last previous edition D 3662 - 83.
square inch, with an accuracy of Yz % of full scale, and have
* Annual Book of ASTM Z&u&r&, Vol 15.09.
su&ient capacity so that all readings can be maintained in
3 Discontinued, see 1985 Annual Book of ASTM SUPI&&, Vol 15.09.
the middle half of the scale. In its operating position, have
l Annual Book of ASTM SUnaiuds. VolO7.01.
5 Annunl Book ojASTM Standar& Vol 14.02. the gage inclined between horizontal and not over 30 % from
STD.ASTM D3b62/D3bbZM-ENGL I,988 - 0759510 ObLLO22 573 -
‘##I D 3662/D 3662M
backing. Ifthe tester has a ham&crew-type clamp, use care so
the horizontal. When more than one gage is mounted on a
as not to apply excessive pressure and cause tape backing
single apparatus, only the gage on which the measurement is
breakage and subsequent pull out of the specimen from the
being made shall be open to the hydraulic system so as not to
clamp.
reduce the rate of distention of the specimen (Note 2).
9.3 Apply the bursting pressure by driving the piston
Calibrate the gages frequently enough to ensure their accu-
forward until the diaphragm ruptures the specimen; then
racy (once a week of in constant use, or before using if they
return the piston to its original position to prevent rupture of
have been idle for a month or more). Calibrate the gages
the diaphragm. Record the maximum pressure registered by
while inclined at the same angle as used during a test by
the gage and gently return the indicator of the gage to zero.
means of a dead-weight gage tester. During calibration, apply
9.4 Remove the specimen remains from the diaphragm;
the pressure so that the rate of travel of the needle is similar
to that when actually testing the tape. If a gage is accidently this adhesive can be removed with a series of pats and swipes
with li-esh tap. After ensuring that the diaphragm is fi-ee of
subjected to a pressure beyond its capacity, recalibrate it
adhesive residue, proceed with the testing of the remaining
before it is used again (see A 1.4 of Test Method D 2529):
specimens.
NOTE 2-Calibtate the apparatus in accordance with Annex Al of
Test Method D 2529.
10. calculation
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